Free Flashcard From Biology - Chapter 16
Question:
What is the function of DNA polymerase III?
A) to unwind the DNA helix during replication
B) to seal together the broken ends of DNA strands
C) to add nucleotides to the end of a growing DNA strand
D) to degrade damaged DNA molecules
E) to rejoin the two DNA strands (one new and one old) after
replication
Answer:
C) to add nucleotides to the end of a growing DNA strand